Tuesday, October 27, 2009

History Trivia Question 1

When approximately do most historians argue that the Roman Empire fell?
a. 3rd century
b. 4th century
c. 5th century
d. 6th century

The answer is C! 5th century

The Roman Empire collapsed in 476 CE as Romulus Augustus was forced to abdicate by Odoacer. However, the Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman Empire, thrived until the death of Constantine XI and the capture of Constantinople byt the Ottoman Turks in 1453 CE.

Stay curious,
Team ARC

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